Microchip Technology

MCP4251-103E/ML

Digital Potentiometers

MPN
MCP4251-103E/ML
Package / Case
QFN-16-EP

Technical Specifications

TypeDescription
Working Voltage V3.65 V
InterfaceSPI
Resistance value changeLinear
Number of Taps257
Temperature Coefficient(Typ)50ppm/°C
TypeDescription
Resistance Value (Ohms)10kOhm
Tolerance20 %
FeaturesPower-on reset
Operating Temp-40°C ~ +125°C
Package / CaseQFN-16-EP

Product Introduction

The MCP41XX and MCP42XX devices offer a wide range of product offerings using an SPl interface. This family of devices support 7-bit and 8-bit resistor networks, and Potentiometer and Rheostat pinouts.

Features

  • Single or Dual Resistor Network options
  • Potentiometer or Rheostat configuration options
  • Resistor Network Resolution - 7-bit: 128 Resistors (129 Steps) - 8-bit: 256 Resistors (257 Steps)
  • RAB Resistances options of: 5kΩ, 10kΩ, 50kΩ, 100kΩ
  • Zero Scale to Full-Scale Wiper operation
  • Low Wiper Resistance: 75Ω (typical)
  • Low Tempco:
  • Absolute (Rheostat): 50 ppm typical, -40°C to 70°C
  • Ratiometric (Potentiometer): 15 ppm typical
  • SPI Serial Interface (10MHz, modes 0,0 & 1,1)
  • High-Speed Read/Writes to wiper registers
  • SDI/SDO multiplexing (MCP41X1 only)
  • Resistor Network Terminal Disconnect Feature via:
  • Shutdown pin (SHDN)
  • Terminal Control (TCON) Register
  • Brown-out reset protection (1.5V typical)
  • Serial Interface Inactive current (2.5 μA typical)
  • High-Voltage Tolerant Digital Inputs: Up to 12.5V
  • Supports Split Rail Applications
  • Internal weak pull-up on all digital inputs
  • Wide Operating Voltage:
  • 2.7V to 5.5V - Device Characteristics Specified
  • 1.8V to 5.5V - Device Operation
  • Wide Bandwidth (-3 dB) Operation:
  • 2 MHz (typical) for 5.0kΩ device
  • Extended temperature range (-40°C to +125°C)

Datasheet

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Alternative Parts

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Compliance & Export Codes

TypeDetails
RoHSROHS3
ECCNEAR99
CNHTS8542399000
USHTS8542390001
TARIC8542399000
TypeDetails
CAHTS8542390000
BRHTS85423999
INHTS85423900
MXHTS8542.39.99

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